Atty. Patrick John Craig

Atty. Patrick John Craig

Patrick John Craig is a lawyer practicing taxation, probate, estate planning and 1 other area of law. Patrick received a B.S. degree from Iowa State University in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Eldora Eldora 53 Years Experience 53 year

Profile Summary

About Patrick John Craig at a glance

Patrick John Craig is a Partner based in Eldora, Iowa, practicing at Craig & Smith L.L.P.. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1973), Iowa (1974), Nebraska (1974), and U.S. Tax Court (1974). Educated at University of Minnesota (J.D., 1973) and Iowa State University (B.S., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Hardin County, Iowa State, Nebraska State and American Bar Associations American Institute of Certified Public Accountants Iowa Society of Certified Public Accountants. Serves clients in Eldora, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Patrick John Craig is a lawyer practicing taxation, probate, estate planning and 1 other area of law
  • Patrick received a B.S. degree from Iowa State University in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Patrick practices at Craig & Smith L.L.P. in Eldora, IA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Patrick John Craig's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick John Craig handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

Patrick John Craig is one of 115,645 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Iowa →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Patrick John Craig is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Iowa →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Patrick John Craig is one of 77,130 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Iowa →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Iowa

Practicing law in Iowa. Legal matters in Iowa are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Eldora are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Iowa state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Iowa brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Iowa courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Patrick John Craig

Where is Patrick John Craig's law office located?
Patrick John Craig's law practice is located in Eldora, Iowa. The firm is Craig & Smith L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Patrick John Craig handle?
Patrick John Craig focuses on probate, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Patrick John Craig practiced law?
Patrick John Craig has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Patrick John Craig go to law school?
Patrick John Craig earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.S., 1970).
How can I contact Patrick John Craig for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Patrick John Craig received?
Patrick John Craig's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota
- 1973
B.S.
Iowa State University
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1973
Iowa
Admitted: 1974
Nebraska
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1974

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